Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21990001 Watch the new music video directed by Leo Liberti now! #riffwire #jonbane

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21960001 Heidi Shepherd is opening up about Carla Harvey's departure from Butcher Babies. #riffwire #jonbane #ButcherBabies #HeidiShepherd #CarlaHarvey #HeavyMetal #MetalMusic

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21930001 Looking back on the long-awaited reunion, he admitted carrying out his exit was tough, but performing together at Budokan healed old wounds for both the band and fans. #riffwire #jonbane

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21900001 Yngwie Malmsteen revealed he was offered the lead guitarist slot in David Lee Roth’s original solo band back in 1985 "I probably should have done it." #riffwire #jonbane

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21810001 Emily Armstrong opened up about her anxiety joining Linkin Park: "Nobody could ever, ever replace Chester." #riffwire #jonbane

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21870001 Duff McKagan candidly recalled the end of Velvet Revolver. McKagan says "the wheels were coming off through that whole last tour." #riffwire #jonbane

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21780001 W.A.S.P. singer Blackie Lawless rejected the idea that he is antisocial, explaining that public figures face double standards when trying to navigate everyday life off stage. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21840001 Gene Simmons says he has direct lines to some of the world's most powerful people. Speaking on the Hollywood Raw podcast, the KISS co-founder revealed he has phone numbers for President Donald Trump and Elon Musk saved in his co

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21720001 James Hetfield told fans at Metallica's Las Vegas residency that the band won't use concert stages for political speeches. Hetfield stated the band is focused purely on heavy music, high energy, and providing an escape for conce

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21750001 ehemoth kicked off their European tour in Zurich by debuting their cover of Venom's "In League With Satan" live with Dimmu Borgir's Shagrath on guest vocals. #riffwire

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Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21540001 Mercyful Fate bassist Becky Baldwin landed the bass gig on Tony Iommi’s upcoming solo album "From The Dark" after producer Mike Exeter showed Iommi her YouTube bass covers. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21570001 Carter emphasized that the designated space is trans-inclusive and intended to provide a safe environment free from physical and sexual violence for vulnerable fans. He also shared an apology text from the ejected fan's father.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21510001 Metal vocalist Amanda Somerville revealed she was diagnosed with diffuse midline glioma, an inoperable brain tumor. She is undergoing radiation and chemo in Germany while exploring new treatment options. #riffwire

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Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21390001 On October 11, 1994, Korn unleashed their self-titled debut album and changed heavy music forever. Produced by Ross Robinson at Malibu's Indigo Ranch Studios, the raw 12-track record swapped classic metal tropes for down-tuned s

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21330001 Nickelback is returning to Australia in October 2027 for the 'Everything Under The Sun Tour' with special guests Don Broco! 7 massive arena dates from Perth to Hunter Valley. General tickets go live Friday, Oct 16. Presales begi

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21300001 Skillet's John Cooper opened up about fan backlash, mixing faith with rock, and losing 10-15% of the band's audience after speaking out during 2020. He says standing by his convictions ultimately won respect. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21270001 Matt Sorum says The Cult was his favorite band to play in, calling their groove-heavy style "right in my lane." The former GN'R and Velvet Revolver drummer noted their rhythm fit his playing style best. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21240001 Former Fear Factory vocalist Burton C. Bell has booked a 4-city Canadian tour for December with his solo band, The Void. #riffwire #burtoncbell #fearfactory #metal #canadiantour #industrialmetal #heavygroove #livemusic #thevoi

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21210001 Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe says he'll keep using clean vocals whenever the track demands it, regardless of online criticism. "In my case... if someone hates a new song and I don't read it, it doesn't exist for me." #riffw

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21180001 Former Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo says listening to "Reign in Blood" 40 years later still triggers an adrenaline rush, sweaty palms, and a racing heart. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21150001 Ghost frontman Tobias Forge has resurrected his pre-Ghost death metal band Repugnant for a song in V/H/S/Mixtape. The new track features guest vocals from Watain’s Erik Danielsson, with Forge returning on guitar. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21120001 Should heavy metal bands be more political? Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello says authenticity matters most.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21030001 Journey drummer Deen Castronovo suffered a medical emergency during a Tulsa show, halting the concert after two songs. He was taken to a hospital, and drum tech Steve Toomey completed the set. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21060001 Ex-Queensryche singer Geoff Tate denied pulling a knife during his 2012 backstage fight in Brazil, framing the fallout as a standard corporate breakup rather than a weapon-wielding feud. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/21000001 Bassist Davey Rimmer is joining Judas Priest as the replacement for retiring founding member Ian Hill. Uriah Heep confirmed Rimmer will remain with them for all 2026 shows and 2027 dates where schedules permit. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20970002 Metallica played "Fade To Black" for the first time at The Sphere in Las Vegas during their Oct. 8 show. The band continues rotating setlists across their "Life Burns Faster" residency, which runs into March 2027. #riffwire #met

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20970001 Slipknot's M. Shawn "Clown" Crahan released "Let Me Out," the second single from his AI side project O'Day Monster. The trip-hop track features guest vocals by Liz Anne Hill and AI visuals.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20940001 Deep Purple vocalist Ian Gillan says the heavy metal tag just doesn't fit the band. Speaking with The Chap, Gillan shared that he prefers hard rock because heavy metal is "not really our bag."

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20910001 End of an era in heavy metal. Ian Hill, founding bassist and longest-serving member of Judas Priest, has announced his retirement effective immediately due to an ongoing battle with severe arthritis.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20850001 Jack Osbourne says his father Ozzy "never pretended" to write all his music and lyrics alone. While Ozzy focused on vocal melodies, collaborators like Geezer Butler and Lemmy Kilmister wrote many of the iconic lyrics. #riffwire

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20880001 Power Trip has released two new tracks, "Precinct 3" and "Scavenger," marking their first studio releases since the passing of frontman Riley Gale.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20820001 Rich Cipriano, original bassist for NYHC pioneers Sick of It All, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. To help cover medical and living expenses, the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund has created the Richie Cipriano Fund.

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Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20700001 Megadeth's Dave Mustaine shared insight on resilience and sobriety at the Grammy Museum, noting that fans connect with his music because he focuses on solutions over complaints.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20670001 Co-written with husband Charlie Benante (Anthrax, Pantera) and Blair Daly, the video turns an autopsy scenario into a celebration of coming back stronger. The track follows their 2025 debut EP and recent festival appearances.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20640001 Def Leppard is heading back on the road in 2027! The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers just announced a massive 45-date North American tour featuring special guests Goo Goo Dolls and The Struts.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20610001 The title track is out now alongside a Japanese Noh theater-inspired music video directed by Pavel Trebukhin.

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Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20580001 Benante said doctors warned him against flying to high altitudes, leaving guest drummers Mike Heller and Derek Roddy to step in on short notice.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20550001 Heavy metal icon Udo Dirkschneider and son Sven say record labels are signing too many bands and relying on gimmick concepts.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20520001 Rock legends Guns N' Roses have officially joined the lineup for "California, Dream On: Aerosmith & Friends" at the Hollywood Bowl! They join an all-star bill featuring The Black Crowes, Run-D.M.C., Heart, Billy Idol, and more.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20490001 Heavy metal icons Metallica aren’t just dominating their own genre—they’re outpacing mainstream pop and rock acts as one of the top-grossing live acts on the planet.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20460001 Lee admitted they had previously kept the music "in a box as a relic," but stepping back into the studio proved their body of work is still very much alive.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20430001 Live footage of YUNGBLUD and Billy Corgan performing their reimagined version of "Zombie" has officially arrived. The video captures their July 30 duet at Chicago's Riviera Theatre—the only time the pair have performed the colla

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20340001 Founding Death Angel bassist Dennis Pepa is battling stage 4 duodenal cancer. Following a recent job loss, he launched a GoFundMe to seek specialized treatment in Mexico.

Read/ Watch: https://riffwiremag.com/story/20310001 Guitarist Kenny Hickey is finishing edits, with original engineer Mike Marciano mixing. Band members also confirmed plans to drop "Prometheus," an unreleased 1996 demo found on cassette.